“Parlons, il est temps” by Philippe Aractingi at the Théâtre de l'Essaïon Paris The year opens under the auspices of culture with the performance of “Parlons, il est temps”, a theatrical work by the eminent Philippe Aractingi. Hailed both in Lebanon and in Paris, the director's production is once again at the Théâtre de l'Essaïon, in the excitement of the 4th arrondissement, neighboring the Center Pompidou and the picturesque Marais district. In an alternation of scenes where life and death, war and peace, laughter and tears coexist, Aractingi engages in an exercise in humor and self-deprecation. He explores his memories and his misadventures in the exploration of the languages of art, all through a multimedia creation which is distinguished by its unique character and its emotional intensity. The play stands out for the universal scope of its message and the insight of the artist who, for his first foray into the world of theater, manages to captivate the audience without exception. Aractingi stages himself in a tragicomedy which narrates his own existence, imbued with lyricism. The meticulous scenography contributes significantly to the poetic atmosphere that emerges from this performance. The author states: “To express oneself is to demonstrate resistance. It’s like lifting yourself out of the depths of depression. My story exposes the various ways by which I have tried to make myself heard since early childhood: speech, writing, photography, music and cinema. In conclusion, “Let’s Talk, It’s Time” is not an ordinary play. It is a work that resonates with a disturbing authenticity, an invitation to delve into the twists and turns of an artist's memory and personal history, but also into the universal conflicts that shape our societies. Philippe Aractingi, with the complicity of Lina Abyad and Josyane Boulos, offers us a theatrical experience that goes beyond the conventional framework of the stage to transport us to a space where the intimate and the collective meet, where technology serves not as a distraction , but of extension to our perception. By integrating fragments of his life, Aractingi not only shares his story; it invites us to reflect on ours, on the impact of wars on the individual and on society. The Essaïon Paris theater thus becomes the place for necessary dialogue and collective awareness. The strength of this creation lies in its ability to awaken minds, arouse empathy and inspire reflection on the world around us. The audacity of this artistic approach, combined with immersive staging and the judicious use of multimedia technologies, makes “Let’s Talk, It’s Time” a striking and significant work in the contemporary theater landscape. It is undeniable that spectators who have the opportunity to live this experience at the Théâtre de l'Essaïon will leave with an enriched, perhaps even transformed, perspective on the complexity of the human soul confronted with adversity. Ultimately, Philippe Aractingi reminds us that, despite the brutality and scars of conflicts, there is always room for dialogue and reconciliation, and that the theater remains a privileged space to undertake this introspective and collective journey. “Let's Talk, It's Time” is a work that leaves no one indifferent and which, long after the curtain has fallen, continues to resonate in the hearts and minds of spectators. A theatrical opportunity to be seized without hesitation. F. Guemiah. PHILIPPE ARACTINGI Filmmaker with multiple hats, of Franco-Lebanese nationality, was born in Beirut. He has directed more than seventy documentaries and four feature films, all of which have been praised in various international festivals.
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